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This is a large prewar Japanese hanging scroll featuring members of the Imperial Family together with senior Imperial Japanese Army and Navy officers. At the top of the composition are the words “Nation” and “Defender” , while the outside of the rolled scroll is inscribed. The classical expression “Kanjo” refers to a person who serves as a shield or stronghold protecting the nation. In this scroll, the phrase presents the Imperial Family and senior military leaders as the men entrusted with defending and supporting the Japanese state. The upper section includes Emperor Meiji, Emperor Taisho, Prince Arisugawa, Prince Fushimi, and other members of the Imperial Family with strong military connections. Beneath them is an extensive gallery of senior Army and Navy officers, many shown in full dress uniforms with decorations and medals. Many portraits also include English names, making the individual figures easier to identify for overseas collectors. One particularly interesting clue is the apparent absence of Crown Prince Hirohito, later Emperor Showa. Hirohito was born in 1901 and became an increasingly prominent public figure during the Taisho period, especially before becoming Regent in 1921. His absence from a composition devoted to the Imperial Family and leading military figures suggests that this scroll may date from the late Meiji to early or middle Taisho period, probably around the 1910s, although an exact production date cannot be confirmed from the scroll alone. This makes the piece more than simply a collection of portraits. It is a visual document of how Imperial Japan presented its monarchy, military leadership, rank, honor, and the idea of national defense during the early 20th century. Approximate size: Overall: 55.5 cm × 184.2 cm Printed image section: 45 cm × 120 cm There is age-related wear, staining, rubbing, and other deterioration consistent with an antique paper scroll. No storage box is included. A striking display piece for collectors of Imperial Japanese Army and Navy history, Imperial Family material, military uniforms, decorations, and early 20th-century Japanese militaria. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note.
Published in 1938 (Showa 13) by Yubunsha in Tokyo, this is an original Japanese wartime photo book titled Shina Jihen Shashincho – literally, China Incident Photo Album. ” “China Incident was the term commonly used in Japan at the time for the conflict now generally known as the Second Sino-Japanese War. The book contains a wide range of photographs documenting the early years of the conflict, including Imperial Japanese Army soldiers, machine guns, artillery, tanks, aircraft, naval vessels, occupied cities, and civilians. Some of the most striking images show a Japanese tank crossing a temporary bridge, military aircraft in action, warships, and troops operating in the field. For collectors unfamiliar with this type of material, this is more than simply an old military photo book. It is also a piece of wartime mass media. Unlike an internal military manual or classified document, this book was published by a civilian publisher for the Japanese public. It therefore offers a direct look at how the war in China was presented visually to ordinary people in Japan in the late 1930s. The publication information at the back identifies the book as a genuine period publication from January 1938, edited by Kenji Kashima, published by Jutaro Imura, and issued by Yubunsha in Tokyo. The original inspection/censorship stamp paper is also still present. The front cover depicts a Japanese military aircraft attacking targets below, while the rear cover shows armed soldiers silhouetted against the sky. Even the cover design strongly reflects the atmosphere of wartime Japan. Because this book is more than 80 years old, it shows age-related wear including toning, stains, rubbing, tears, and edge damage. Please review the photographs carefully for condition. This is not simply a collection of old photographs. It is a surviving record of how the war was seen, photographed, and presented to the Japanese public in 1938. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note.
Original early interwar IJA fatigue/work jacket in cotton twill; Taisho 14 (1925) depot label, named to. Period wear, stains, and later replacement buttons consistent with age. No repairs observed to structural seams; presents well for a 100-year-old garment.
The product is a China Shanghai Municipal Council certificate from August 12 to November 12, 1937, which makes it an original document from the specified time period. This collectible item falls under the theme of militaria, likely containing information related to military services or actions during that time. The certificate is of Chinese origin, adding to its historical significance and value for collectors interested in items related to China’s past.
British India General Service Medal Northwest Frontier 1936-37 3-1 Punjab Regt. Officially impressed 6469 Naik Manawar Din, 3-1 Punjab R. During the years 1936 to 1939, the 3rd Battalion, 1st Punjab Regiment (3/1st Punjab) was actively deployed on the North West Frontier Province, specifically operating in the highly volatile Waziristan region (modern-day Pakistan). The unit was engaged in intense, unconventional mountain warfare to suppress the widespread tribal rebellion led by the Faqir of Ipi. Please see the detailed photographs for the condition of the medal. All sales in the United States or Canada. Check out my other medals and other militaria items.
When Flying Was Still an Extraordinary Adventure Today, flying across the world is something many people take for granted. But approximately 100 years ago, boarding an airplane in Japan was an extraordinary experience. This fascinating antique ceramic ashtray commemorates that remarkable era in Japanese aviation history. Beautifully shaped like a twin-engine airplane, it features two propellers, broad wings, intricate details, and a rich brown glaze. More importantly, its Japanese inscriptions reveal a story that goes far beyond its unusual appearance. The Inscriptions Tell the Story The following Japanese inscriptions appear on the piece: – Japan Flying School An early Japanese aviation school involved in training pilots during the pioneering years of flight. Japan Automobile School An automobile training institution historically connected with the Japan Flying School. Commemorating a Passenger Flight This inscription indicates that the piece was created to commemorate the experience of flying aboard an airplane. Kamata, Tokyo A district of Tokyo associated with the schools’ early aviation activities. Together, these inscriptions connect the ashtray to a specific place, two educational institutions, and the unforgettable experience of early flight. Dating the Piece: Japan’s Aviation Pioneering Years The Japan Flying School was originally established in 1917. In 1921, aviation training became associated with the Japan Automobile School in Kamata, Tokyo. A training facility was subsequently established at Tachikawa Airfield in 1923. Because this ashtray bears the names of both schools and the location “Tokyo Kamata, ” it may date from the 1920s, particularly the late Taisho to early Showa period. The exact manufacturing date remains unknown. Imagine Seeing Japan from the Sky for the First Time Imagine stepping aboard an airplane at a time when flying was still a rare adventure. The propellers begin to turn. Then, suddenly, the ground falls away. The streets, houses, rivers, and fields of Japan appear below in a way few people had ever experienced. For someone taking a commemorative passenger flight, it may have been an unforgettable day. This little ceramic airplane preserves a connection to that remarkable experience. From Civil Aviation to Aviation History Early civilian flying schools played an important role in developing Japan’s aviation knowledge and training future pilots. During the following decades, aviation became increasingly important to both civilian transportation and military development. Although this ashtray is not identified as military-issued equipment, it represents an interesting chapter in the history of Japanese aviation before World War II. Details & Condition Antique Japanese ceramic airplane-shaped ashtray Twin-engine aircraft design with two propellers Brown glazed finish Inscriptions identifying Japan Flying School and Japan Automobile School Commemorative passenger flight inscription “Kamata, Tokyo” location marking Likely associated with the early decades of Japanese aviation Exact manufacturing date and aircraft model are unknown Please carefully examine the photographs for the condition and details. A Small Piece of Aviation History This is more than a decorative ceramic airplane. It preserves the names of two schools, a place in Tokyo, and the memory of a time when taking to the skies was something truly extraordinary. Nearly a century later, that sense of wonder remains. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note.
